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Job Title


Planning Lead


Company : Nicholas Associates


Location : Heanor, England


Created : 2025-07-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Do you have previous experience working within a Production/Manufacturing environment in a supply chain/planning capacity? Are you data driven with strong communication skills? If so, then please read on!The basics:Job Title: Planning Lead – Demand & ProductionLocation: HeanorSalary: Up to £40,000 DOEHours: Mon-Fri (7.30am-4.00pm) - 7.5hr days (1 hour lunch)Benefits & Holidays: company pay up to 5% pension, 25+ 8 bank holidays.Overview:Working for a global business we now require a Planning Lead to join the production and demand planning team. You will be working closely with the Planning and Demand Manager whilst liaising with various departments including production, production planners, production managers and the operations manager. You will be tasked to organise raw material coming in to the business, liaising with suppliers, ensuring warehouse and storage stock levels are maintained whilst assisting in the planning of production.Key responsibilities of the Planning Lead role:Monitor stock levels and ensure flow of material coming into the business matches demand and sales levels.Use ERP and planning tools to streamline operationsDevelop and maintain demand forecasts using historical data and market trendsCollaborate with procurement, production, logistics, and sales teamsCreate inventory and replenishment plans to ensure product availabilityThe ideal candidate / Planning Lead may have some of the following, however, please note these are only desirable and not essential as all applications will be looked at individually:Qualification in supply chain managementPreviously worked in manufacturing / productionProficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel – Pivot tables, vlookup etc.Excellent communication and organisational abilitiesCommutable from: Heanor, Ripley, Eastwood, Alfreton, Nottingham, Derby and surrounding areas.If you are interested in the Planning Lead role, please apply immediately due to the urgency of this role.